Action Quote by Robert Burns
“Pharmaceutical projects are like fresh fruit - they depreciate if they are not tended to, and they do poorly if sitting on the shelf with long periods of inactivity.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Economics of Innovation, 1998
Projects need active management; neglect leads to decay, similar to perishable fruit losing value over time.
In simple terms: Neglected projects lose value quickly.
Key Takeaway
Keep projects active and regularly reviewed.
Themes
business
innovation
project management
Mood
practical
urgent
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- research pipelines
- startup growth
Key Concepts
depreciation
maintenance
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- What processes keep projects from stagnating?
- How can you prioritize maintenance?
A Different Perspective
Resource constraints can force neglect despite intent.
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